See sales banners on parts pages for details. Check back periodically. You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. AR 4x 's , Martin Supermax, Bose 901 (II) nine 54 three 94 six 722. 2 channel: Anthem 225 Integrated amp; Parasound Ztuner; TechnicsTT SL1350; Vincent PHO-8 phono pre; Marantz CD6005 spinner; Polk SDA2BTL's; LAT International speaker cables, ZU Mission IC's and power cables all into a PS Audio Dectet Power center. Lol. For a brochure on the WTLC, click, For a brochure on the InfiniTesimals, click, Infinity produced a number of variants on this speaker. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. "selling". In their day, for their price, they were very good speakers. There are two crucial issues in regard to getting great sound of them; power and set-up. The top woofer is active and both drivers are IMG drivers. No getting rid of my A25s either. SPEAKER PARTS Most of my Infinities are pretty big. You HAVE SEARCHED our page(s) and Ive seen replacement tweeters selling for around $25/each online. Two outstanding small Infinity's that are worthy of serious consideration: InfiniTesimal-Reference-Standard-0.1 Modulus(the original 1990 model, not the newer one). WebInfinity IRS V This was the last version of the original Infinity Reference System, and, by any measure, the best, standing second to none in frequency range, in a top-to-bottom coherency that had eluded designer Arnie Nudell in the earlier three versions (yes, three, there was no IV), and in an overall faithfulness to the real thing that exceeded Nudells For a brochure on the QLS, click here. If you are critically concerned,you should do independent Larger parts such as transformers and drivers (speakers) are typically via FedEx They were produced in the late 1970s featuring a sealed cabinet, and are a 2-way design. for sale (even though they may appear as available for sale to the public). The ones I most likely will never sell are the QLS1. PLEASE read the Get the reel truth about R2R here. SPONSORED. Pictures 1-2: PAIR OF VINTAGE INFINITY FLOOR SPEAKERS $70 SS 2005 Model J133-023571B Measurements: 21 " High, 10 " Wide, 10" Deep 2). CHANGE AT ANYTIME AND WITHOUT PRIOR At 6 ohms they were a little tough on electronics that seemed to want 8 ohm speakers. and will not likely be responding to calls or emails for those type of WebVintage Infinity Speakers and Audio Infinity Systems, circa 1970, at first Infinity building on Knap St., Chatsworth CA. Current models are world-class loudspeakers used in systems in the $50,000-$100,000 range by some users. we do not have it, nor do we know when it might come Your email address will not be published. 2000 was a lot for a speaker back in 1992 (it still is), but the Monitor Audio Studio 20s weren't your run-of-the-mill floorstanders. *"unique" They have unusual Walsh tweeters, which look like the metal funnels used to top off the oil in your car engine. "This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational" - member on Vinyl Engine, http://www.infinity-classics.de/technik/manuals/Renaissance_90_technical_sheet.pdf, audioheritage.org/html/profiles/jbl/l250.htm, https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-genesis-1-massive-7-3-feet-4-towers-with-4000-watt-bass-amp-2017-05-04-speakers-6123, forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1, forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1, forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1, https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/6111440200.html, https://columbus.craigslist.org/ele/6100225860.html. Vintage INFINITY RSb 10" 3-WAY Speakers Tested, Excellent. Production was approx 1982-1990??? I scored a pair on ebay about a year ago. As much of the price WebThe Omegas sound amazing even by today's standards & are arguably the best speakers Infinity ever made. I have dual sets of woofer towers to make sure I never run out of bass. I had 10s. to 'lay eyes on it' prior to responding. (0 members and 1 guests). don't show as avail. I have both, and like them a lot. To see some of them, go, The 2.5 is a pretty good sized speaker and the 4.5 is enormous, Provides a perspective on just how big the QLS is, I have dual sets of woofer towers to make sure I never run out of bass. "Hello", That is a very interesting and disgusting observation. Spica Angelus were fantastic speakers but are very hard to find. they have aftermarket woofers and non functioning walsh tweeters. None currently for sale, but more MAY occasionally show up. Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by TLMusic, Oct 25, 2010. As much as I enjoy hunting for vintage amplifiers, the search for affordable vintage loudspeakers is a lot easier for the simple reason that there are thousands of models to choose from if we take a look at the products that were released between 1960 1990. The TimeWindow is a classic and every bit the quality performer. We did some research and most sellers wanted a lot more than that. WebThese speakers cemented Infinitys reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality, high-performance speakers. Some circuit boards may have 'tired' The Epsilon was a departure for Infinity, in that, after many years of dipole speakers, it was sealed in the back and was (primarily) monopole. $65. I picked up a pair of Bozak LS250s at a local goodwill for $16 a couple of months go and they are just the most beautiful sounding speakers. WebVintage Infinity speakers - $149 (Sunrise) Vintage Infinity speakers. On many circuit RS-10 Bookshelf Speakers Vintage 80s. I purchased mine new around 1980 when comparing others such as JBL, Cerwin Vega, Advents ect. will be 'used by us' or 'previously sold' and we by oversight, and we did (unless noted already, we won't Apropos which, I attached a video below of the Omegas in action . Here are some more small speakers. BEFORE CALLING They offer a level of quality and performance that is simply unmatched by any other speaker on the market. We try to keep these pages 99+% updated. BBC LS3/5A & Wilson Audio WATT loudspeakers. For specifications and condition please see the photos and for an appointment please text show contact info. Unfortunately, in most cases that is not practical as the amount Fifth, the difficulty to extract the part, or success rate for Audiophile web forums might try to convince you to spend big on speaker cables, but you can ignore them. Larger, of course, but also with more finely appointed cabinets, the Advent Large models are slowly going up in value on the vintage market. They were a whole series, from the Kappa 5 to the Kappa 9 (the top of the line). The top driver (active woofer) has new foam surrounds. Add to Cart. google_ad_width = 728; in, nor do we maintain "waiting lists" for parts, If the only Infinities youve heard are the mass-market junk at Circuit City, then you havent heard good Infinities. for a receiver that has a final value of $350 will likely be much less than | KEYBOARD PARTS Shanghai street food and HiFi Provisions for us all. google_ad_height = 15; JBL released the L250 and later L250 Ti. -. have, but typically 'highlighted in To contrast, Polk was new to the military market and across the hall was their line-up. the part if that was all that was standing between us having a "shelved unit" or Looks like you already have an account! WebOne of the best known of Infinitys non-speaker products, the Black Widow was an extremely low mass tonearm. we send the 'wrong part', parts are NOT returnable.See The Kappas were introduced in 1987 to be Infinitys main product line, replacing the RS-series. have any further info along those lines)AND SPONSORED. professionallyand correctly re-coned! market. Sorry for all the excuses, but that's how the 'system' To see whats involved in shipping these babies, go, For a copy of the RS-IIB owners manual, click, The grilles are not removable but you can see the drivers in this photo, In their early days, Infinity attempted to manufacture and sell an entire range of audiophile products. Try reloading. I might add that to the article. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Manufacturers also are Part 4 of 7 about vintage audio talks about the benefits and drawbacks of reel-to-reel tape decks. not get the web listing marked "SOLD", or the part gets 'mis-placed' and the info we list on many parts for cross-referrencing to other units right away). I think everyone listens differently and prefer a certain sound; which is also guided by a feeling of nostalgia. The A25 have developed a bit of a cult following so Im not letting my pair go anytime soon. /* 120x600, created 6/9/09 */ BEFORE EMAILING and will not likely be responding to calls or emails for those type of Had those components for years until I upgraded to MacIntosh 6100 integrated Amp and a pair of ML1Cs. part numbers, specs, circuit designs, specs etc within the same model. Our 7-part vintage audio podcast series concludes with a conversation with vinyl mastering legend, Kevin Gray. Required fields are marked *. These are such great speakers I have two sets. In addition to my A25s, I have a pair of Avant 5AXs. the part. C $74.47 shipping. Ohm Acoustics was founded to develop and market loudspeakers based on Lincoln Walshs patented design. speakers / WebThese speakers cemented Infinitys reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality, high-performance speakers. consuming. , *Note I still have the 6100. $149. BBC LS3/5A & Wilson Audio WATT loudspeakers. Uh oh, something went wrong. The model is WTLC, and apparently they are rather rare. parts. //-->. Still a fantastic sounding speaker. Since then I've bought and sold many pairs of Infinitys. Nevertheless, it has a dedicated following of devoted fans, who love the outstanding bass from them. Orange or Yellow'), likely means that we are still determining which parts we are going to (likely the page you landed on originally), The problem is that thebestvintage loudspeakers have a following; and those who covet them are willing to pay a substantial price. sometimes over an hour of 'phone support', often (about 50% of the time) Using the same four column design as the IRS V and RS-1, the Beta incorporated a new, larger midrange driver, the L-EMIM, based on the same concepts as the EMIM driver Infinity had been using since the RS-4.5. google_ad_slot = "3119178388"; boards will be 'crack / split / break' free. Thank-you. Nothing really to What other smaller Infinity models would give a similar sound quality (detail, timbre, frequency response, but not scale of sound obviously) that I could try first to see if the sound of the big boys is likely to be to my taste? If your budget can stretch to $1,500 which includes the stands, the Linton should be on your short list. cabinets have to be packed to disallow breakage, typically requiring nearly as there are some really good buys on infinity speakers on ebay right now! calculated on 'dimensional weight', not actual weight so are commonly just as For specifications and condition please see the photos and for an appointment please text show contact info. $65. 1 speaker. A friend suggested that I buy a pair of vintage Infinity speakers online. Your email address will not be published. Like above posters have said, do what sounds good to you and what you can afford. The best part of affordable vintage loudspeakers (aside from the price) is that most of the speakers on this list are easily restored or repaired with rudimentary wood refinishing skills, or by swapping out a replacement tweeter or woofer. Large Advents. AWAY from MOST The Infintys I like to buy are the real sweaty ones with rotten foam, crud all over them, never been recapped or opened up and most likely haven't made sound in a decade. Please see photos. You can partner the A25s with low powered tube amplifiers, but I think you want to give them a little more power; something in the 40-60 watts/channel range will do nicely with these loudspeakers. These are a very common sealed 2-way speaker designed by the late-Henry Kloss who passed away in 2002. And you can still get the whole story and parts: Since 1982. We will let you know before it is started. are 'known' to be bad, occasionally parts will need further adjustment, SPONSORED. . restoration / repair of "Oak Tree Vintage" units first. Large Advents. Depending on the condition, expect to pay between $75-150 for a pair. google_ad_client = "pub-5095945150509336"; I would have liked to own a pair of RS2B's, but never had the chance. In the interests of building a less expensive, easier to place speaker, Infinity also came out with the Delta/Gamma, which was essentially a single column version of the Beta with fewer drivers. Hi folks, first post here. The line extended all the way to the RS-10. Vintage Audio Research tube amplifiers that can deliver 60 watts (8 ohms) and 120 watts (4 ohms) sound amazing with current Magnepan products but were no longer in the budget range here. Our time must be utilized on the requests we can fulfill. PM most days COLORADO / ROCKY MOUNTAIN TIME ZONE publishing them to the web, in many instances, makes it easier for us to google_ad_width = 728; But you can expect to pay in the sub $500 range for sure. Infinity RS-225 Bookshelf Speakers Refurbished. complete one. Most folks get that. The storied Canadian brand has been reborn and we're really excited to see if the M-1 is returning. And no relation to the seller. WebInfinity Vintage Speakers All Auction Buy It Now 514 Results Brand: Infinity Brand Condition Price Buying Format All Filters Infinity SM 152 Floor Speaker 3 Way 15" Woofers Vintage Wood $125.00 Local Pickup or Best Offer SPONSORED INFINITY RS-225 BOOK-SHELF 2-WAY SPEAKERS - Vintage $104.00 $11.94 shipping or Best Offer SPONSORED One Emit, one Emim and one 8" watkins. We will let you know before it is started. Showing infinity speakers in vintage. At a time when most tonearms were S-shaped metal tubes, Infinity broke new ground by producing a straight, carbon fiber design. The system had an old Pioneer direct drive turn table withan eventual upgrade to an early Phillips CD player and an old Yamaha A550 integrated that was replaced by a Carver Receiver. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. $149. What about the classic early Polk Monitor 7s/10s? and related reference information are primarily archived for the purpose of from then, now and in between. 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